Laser Face Resurfacing - Treating Acne Scars, Fine Lines

You are young. Your wrinkles are still minimal and your scars, while somewhat "punched out," are not too deep. 1. CO2 Laser is still the gold standard. But for you, a little too aggressive, expensive, and not worth the risk considering newer alternatives. Most downtime. Best results. 2. Fraxel re:Pair is a CO2 based fractionated resurfacing. Usually, only one session needed. Goes deeper; pinpoint bleeding; more pain and downtime. Very good results. 3. Fraxel re:Store is an... more

Acne scars and fine lines can be treated by laser resurfacing. You are young and have some fine lines and your acne scars are hard to see but appear to be a combination of ice pick type scars and broad based scars. In your photo it is hard to really see the scars so that is my best assessment because the photo is too light and void of shadows. Anyway, ice pick scars are deep but narrow scars and broad based scars are wider and shallower. Ice pick scars are harder to get vast... more

Based upon the photos you are an excellent candidate for laser resurfacing with a fractional laser. Current data suggests that ablative fractional resurfacing with either an erbium, carbon dioxide or YSGG laser will give the best results for acne scars in your skin type. The best advice for you is to go to an experienced laser physician for the most effective treatment.

I have treated a number of young women like yourself with fine lines and texture concerns. I prefer to use a fractional CO2 laser. One advantage of having mild skin irregularities is that a more conservative energy level may be used, which is less risky and leads to a quicker recovery, than for patients with more severe sun damage and skin wrinkling. It is important to find a physician who has experience in treating a number of different skin types and conditions so that you have an optimal... more

We feel that the most effective treatment is combing the ability of the Erbium laser to "sand down"  the ridges of acne scars and fine lines with the tightening, smoothing and pigment reduction of the  Microfractional Carbon Dioxide laser. We also use topical antioxident lotions, 10% Glycolic exfoliaters and SPF 60 sunscreen to maximize smoothness. After 4 months we inject fillers into any remaining depressed areas to lift them.

 Hello, This technology is a GREAT way to address your concerns.  You also have good options in your area in terms of doctors.  Be prepared for the recovery process.  

 There are multiple lasers that can be used to treat fine lines and acne scars. Some are used to resurface and others can be used to build up the collagen.